Title
Bronze helmet
Caption
This bronze helmet is said to have been found in the gladiators' barracks at Pompeii. It has a grille of linked circles to protect the face and a broad brim to protect the back and sides of the head. At the front of the helmet is a medallion of Hercules / symbolizing strength and victory. Although gladiators were sometimes slaves or criminals / many were professionals who trained to be a specific type of gladiator / such as the retiarius armed with net and trident / or the samnite / a more heavily armed gladiator who wore this type of helmet.
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP11A02_335
License type
Rights managed
Available size
50,8Mb (4,2Mb) / 12,2in x 16,2in / 3650 x 4867 (300dpi)